services, shopping
I've had my eye on this handsome shop window for a number of weeks now and was really delighted to visit recently. Suzanne Cummings Flowers has been open since October, but it's not immediately apparent, 
tucked away in a place you might not expect to find commerce. It's just across from Oz Park and around the corner and west of Lincoln Av. at 630 W. Webster.
The space is pristine and so are the floral arrangements. They're elegant in a kind of Oriental understated way. Most flowers are imported directly from Holland, so they're quite unique. I found myself eager for an occasion to send these elegant groupings to a deserving friend. Understated containers are available for purchase separately or of course, with flora.
Suzanne trained with the highly regarded London florist, Jane Packer, whose client list once included Princess Diana. Peek into the websites of both for additional insight. www.suzannecummingsflowers.com and just google jane.
The shop may be rented for special events. 
It includes an efficient kitchen along with convenient "rollaway" store fixtures designed to facilitate enlargement of the space. It had a recent mention in Shelter magazine.
Victor, the store assistant pointed out "party roses" as being particularly popular. They're a deep pink and white and actually appear to be striped with paint at first glance.
There's a new art exhibit every 6-8 weeks as a kind of frosting on the cake.
Visit Suzanne Cummings asap. You'll be as delighted as I am.
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